uAvionix ping200X Manual

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ping200XTM TSO
User and Installation Guide

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1 Revision History
Revision
Date
Comments
A
10/22/2020
Initial release

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2 Warnings / Disclaimers
All device operational procedures must be learned on the ground.
uAvionix is not liable for damages arising from the use or misuse of this
product.
This equipment is classified by the United States Department of
Commerce's Bureau of Industry and Security (BIS) as Export Control
Classification Number (ECCN) 7A994.
These items are controlled by the U.S. Government and authorized for
export only to the country of ultimate destination for use by the ultimate
consignee or end-user(s) herein identified. They may not be resold,
transferred, or otherwise disposed of, to any other country or to any person
other than the authorized ultimate consignee or end-user(s), either in their
original form or after being incorporated into other items, without first
obtaining approval from the U.S. government or as otherwise authorized by
U.S. law and regulations.

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3 Limited Warranty
uAvionix certified products are warranted to be free from defects in material
and workmanship for two years from the installation of ping200X in or on
the aircraft. For the duration of the warranty period, uAvionix, at its sole
discretion, will repair or replace any product which fails in normal use. Such
repairs or replacement will be made at no charge to the customer for parts
or labor, provided that the customer shall be responsible for any
transportation cost.
Restrictions: This warranty does not apply to cosmetic damage,
consumable parts, damage caused by accident, abuse, misuse, fire or
flood, theft, damage caused by unauthorized servicing, or product that has
been modified or altered.
Disclaimer of Warranty: IN NO EVENT, SHALL UAVIONIX BE LIABLE
FOR ANY INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, INDIRECT OR CONSEQUENTIAL
DAMAGES, WHETHER RESULTING FROM THE USE, MISUSE OR
INABILITY TO USE THE PRODUCT OR FROM DEFECTS IN THE
PRODUCT. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE
LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
Warranty Service: Warranty repair service shall be provided directly by
uAvionix. Proof of purchase for the product from uAvionix or authorized
reseller is required to obtain and better expedite warranty service.
Please email or call uAvionix support with a description of the problem you
are experiencing. Also, please provide the model, serial number, shipping
address and a daytime contact number.
You will be promptly contacted with further troubleshooting steps or return
instructions. It is recommended to use a shipping method with tracking and
insurance.

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4 Table of Contents
1Revision History...................................................................................3
2Warnings / Disclaimers........................................................................4
3Limited Warranty..................................................................................5
4Table of Contents ................................................................................6
5System Information..............................................................................9
5.1 Certification...................................................................................9
5.2 TSO Authorization.......................................................................10
5.3 Applicable P/Ns ..........................................................................10
5.4 System Functions .......................................................................10
5.5 TSO Deviations and Incomplete..................................................11
5.6 FCC ID........................................................................................12
5.7 Device Marking...........................................................................13
5.7.1 ping200X Hardware...............................................................13
5.7.2 ping200X Software................................................................13
5.8 Environmental Qualification Form...............................................14
5.9 Continued Airworthiness.............................................................15
5.10 System Limitations......................................................................15
6System Specifications........................................................................16
6.1 System Functionality...................................................................16
6.2 ping200X TSO Specifications .....................................................16
6.2.1 General Specifications...........................................................16
6.2.2 Mode S Transponder Specifications......................................17
6.2.3 Altitude Encoder Specifications.............................................17
6.2.4 Control Interface Specifications.............................................18
6.2.5 Position Interface Specifications............................................18
6.2.6 System Interfaces..................................................................18

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7Installation .........................................................................................19
7.1 Unpacking and Inspecting...........................................................19
7.2 Authorized Part Numbers............................................................19
7.3 Installation Materials and Tools...................................................19
7.4 Additional Required Equipment...................................................20
7.5 Mounting.....................................................................................20
7.6 Wiring .........................................................................................21
7.7 Transponder Antenna.................................................................22
7.8 Static Pressure Port....................................................................23
7.9 Cooling Requirements ................................................................23
8Control and Configuration Interface...................................................24
9Position Interface...............................................................................24
10 Configuration and Calibration ............................................................24
10.1 Configuration ..............................................................................26
10.1.1 ICAO Address .......................................................................26
10.1.2 Aircraft Maximum Speed.......................................................27
10.1.3 Aircraft Stall Speed................................................................27
10.1.4 Aircraft Length / Width...........................................................27
10.1.5 Aircraft Registration...............................................................27
10.1.6 GPS Antenna Lateral / Longitudinal Offset............................28
10.1.7 Aircraft Emitter Type..............................................................28
10.1.8 ADS-B In Capability...............................................................28
10.1.9 Baro Altitude Source .............................................................29
10.1.10Serial Port Baud Rate............................................................29
10.1.11SIL / SDA ..............................................................................29
10.1.12Default Control Mode ............................................................29
10.1.13Default Squawk.....................................................................30
10.1.14Baro Altitude Resolution........................................................30
10.1.15In / Out Protocols...................................................................30

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10.2 Control........................................................................................30
10.3 Post-Installation Checks..............................................................31
10.4 Software Part Number ................................................................33
10.5 Altitude Encoder Calibration........................................................34
11 Normal Operation ..............................................................................35
12 Maintenance......................................................................................35
13 Support..............................................................................................35
Appendix A Control Interface.................................................................36
Appendix B Position Interface................................................................40
Appendix C Example Installations..........................................................41

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5 System Information
5.1 Certification
This installation manual provides mechanical and electrical information
necessary to install ping200X. It is not equivalent to an approved airframe-
specific maintenance manual, installation design drawing, or installation
data package. The content of this manual assumes use by competent and
qualified personnel using standard maintenance procedures in accordance
with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulation and other related accepted
procedures. The conditions and tests required for approval of this article
are minimum performance standards. Those installing this article either on
or within a specific type or class of aircraft must determine that the aircraft
installation conditions are within the standards which include any accepted
integrated functions not specified by the standards. TSO articles, articles
approved with 14 CFR Part 21.8(d), and any accepted integrated
function(s) not specified in the standard must have separate approval for
installation in an aircraft. The article may be installed only according to 14
CFR Part 43 or the applicable airworthiness requirements. This is an
incomplete system intended to provide the functions identified in, and when
installed according to, this installation manual.

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5.2 TSO Authorization
ping200X complies with the following TSOs when properly installed and
interfaced with equipment as detailed in this guide.
Function
TSO / MPS
Class / Type
Air Traffic Control Radar Beacon
System/Mode Select (ATCRBS /
Mode S) Airborne Equipment
TSO-C112e
RTCA/DO-181E
Level 2els,
Class 1
[1]
Extended Squitter Automatic
Dependent Surveillance –
Broadcast (ADS-B) and Traffic
Information Service –Broadcast
(TIS-B) Equipment Operating on
the Radio Frequency of 1090
MHz
TSO-C166b
RTCA/DO-260B
Class B1S
Automatic Pressure Altitude
Reporting Code-Generating
Equipment
TSO-C88b
SAE/AS8003
N/A
[1] Anticipating RTCA/DO-181F Level 2 Transponder requirements,
ping200X does not support the UM protocol, does not support the
Comm-A protocol, and does not have the capability to process and
transmit air-initiated Comm-B messages.
5.3 Applicable P/Ns
Description
P/Ns
PF007 Boot Program Software
UAV-1001758-( )
ping200X (PF007 Operating Program) Software
UAV-1002393-( )
ping200X FPGA
UAV-1002392-( )
5.4 System Functions
System Function
DO-178C DAL
DO-254 DAL
Mode S Transponder
C
C
1090ES Transmitter
C
C
Altitude Encoder
C
C

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5.5 TSO Deviations and Incomplete
TSO
Deviation
C112e
uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO-C112e
Paragraphs 3.e and 6.f to use RTCA/DO-178C in place of
RTCA/DO-178B.
C112e
uAvionix was granted a deviation to not implement Utility
Message (UM Field) support, consistent with anticipated
RTCA/DO-181F and FAA/TSO-C112f Level 2 transponder
requirements.
This impacts the Mode S Level 2 transponder SARPs
requirements as contained in ICAO Annex 10 Volume IV
§§3.1.2.6.5.3.1, 3.1.2.6.11.3.2.1.3, 3.1.2.6.11.3.4.2.2, and
3.1.2.7.9.2.3.
C112e
uAvionix was granted a deviation to not implement Comm-A
support, consistent with anticipated RTCA/DO-181F and
FAA/TSO-C112f Level 2 transponder requirements.
This impacts the Mode S Level 2 transponder SARPs
requirements as contained in ICAO Annex 10 Volume IV
§§2.1.5.1.2, 3.1.2.6.11.1.2, and 3.1.2.10.5.2.1.1.
C112e
uAvionix was granted a deviation to not implement broadcast
interrogation support, consistent with anticipated RTCA/DO-
181F and FAA/TSO-C112f Level 2 transponder requirements.
This impacts the Mode S Level 2 transponder SARPs
requirements as contained in ICAO Annex 10 Volume IV
§§2.1.5.1.2, 3.1.2.6.11.1.2, and 3.1.2.10.5.2.1.1.
C112e
uAvionix was granted a deviation to not implement multi-site
message support, as it applies to the Comm-B operation of
Level 2 transponders, consistent with anticipated RTCA/DO-
181F and FAA/TSO-C112f Level 2 transponder requirements.
This impacts the Mode S Level 2 transponder SARPs
requirements as contained in ICAO Annex 10 Volume IV
§§2.1.5.1.2 and 3.1.2.6.11.3.

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C112e
uAvionix was granted a deviation to not implement Air-Initiated
Comm-B support, consistent with anticipated RTCA/DO-181F
Level 2 and FAA/TSO-C112f transponder requirements. Air-
initiated Comm-B messages are neither processed nor
transmitted.
This impacts the Mode S Level 2 transponder SARPs
requirements as contained in ICAO Annex 10 Volume IV
§§2.1.5.1.2 and 3.1.2.6.11.3.
C112e
uAvionix was granted a deviation to not reply to
ATCBRS/Mode S All-Calls, as required by ICAO Annex 10
Volume IV §3.1.2.1.5.1.1.1 on or after January 1, 2020, and
consistent with anticipated RTCA/DO-181F and FAA/TSO-
C112f requirements.
C166b
uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO-C166b
Paragraphs 3.e and 6.h to use RTCA/DO-178C in place of
RTCA/DO-178B.
C166b
uAvionix was granted a deviation to not implement Airborne
Velocity Subtypes 3 and 4, consistent with anticipated
RTCA/DO-260C and FAA/TSO-C166c requirements.
C88b
uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO-C88b Paragraphs
3.e and 6.h to use RTCA/DO-178C in place of RTCA/DO-
178B.
C88b
uAvionix was granted a deviation from TSO-C88b Paragraph
3.d to use RTCA/DO-160G in place of RTCA/DO-160E.
5.6 FCC ID
Model
FCC ID
ping200X TSO
2AFFTP200S

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5.7 Device Marking
5.7.1 ping200X Hardware
5.7.2 ping200X Software
The software contained in ping200X is identified by electronic marking.
Reference Section 10.4 for information on determining the software part
number.

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5.8 Environmental Qualification Form
Conditions
DO-160G
Section
Description of Conducted Tests
Temperature and Altitude
4.0
Equipment tested to Categories B2,C4
Low temperature ground survival
4.5.1
-55°C
Low Temperature Short-Time
Operating
4.5.1
-35°C
Low Temperature Operating
4.5.2
-35°C (see Note 1)
High Temperature Operating
4.5.4
+70°C
High Temperature Short-Time
Operating
4.5.3
+70°C
High Temperature Ground Survival
4.5.3
+85°C
Loss of Cooling
4.5.5
Cooling air not required (+70°C operating without
cooling)
Altitude
4.6.1
35,000 ft (see Note 2)
Decompression
4.6.2
Equipment identified as Categories B2,C4 –no test
Overpressure
4.6.3
Equipment identified as Categories B2,C4 –no test
Temperature Variation
5.0
Equipment tested to Category B
Humidity
6.0
Equipment tested to Category A
Operation Shocks
7.0
Equipment tested to Category B
Crash Safety
7.0
Equipment tested to Category B Type 5
Vibration
8.0
Aircraft zone 2: type 5 Category S level M
Explosion
9.0
Equipment identified as Category X –no test
Waterproofness
10.0
Equipment identified as Category X –no test
Fluids Susceptibility
11.0
Equipment identified as Category X –no test
Sand and Dust
12.0
Equipment identified as Category X –no test
Fungus
13.0
Equipment identified as Category X –no test
Salt Spray
14.0
Equipment identified as Category X –no test
Magnetic Field
15.0
Equipment tested to Category Y
Power Input
16.0
Equipment tested to Category BX
Voltage Spike
17.0
Equipment tested to Category B
AF Conducted Susceptibility
18.0
Equipment tested to Category B
Induced Signal Susceptibility
19.0
Equipment tested to Category AC
RF Susceptibility
20.0
Equipment tested to Category TT
RF Emissions
21.0
Equipment tested to Category B
Lightning Induced Transient
Susceptibility
22.0
Equipment tested to Category A2XXXX
Lightning Direct Effects
23.0
Equipment identified as Category X –no test
Icing
24.0
Equipment identified as Category X –no test
Electrostatic Discharge
25.0
Equipment tested to Category A
Fire, Flammability
26.0
Equipment identified as Category X –no test
Notes:
1. Tested to operating low of -45°C when used with an external barometer
2. Tested to 50,000 ft

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5.9 Continued Airworthiness
Maintenance of the ping200X is "on condition" only.
Periodic regulatory function checks of the transponder and altitude encoder
must be performed. The aircraft must be returned to service in a means
acceptable to the appropriate aviation authority.
If the altitude encoder reports correspondence errors in excess of ±125
feet, when compared to the primary flight altimeter, then calibration as
described in Section 10.5 must be performed. If the error cannot be
corrected using the calibration procedure, the unit must be repaired or
replaced.
Note: Transponders certified after January 1, 2020 must not respond
to ATCRBS/Mode S All-Calls (Long P4 interrogation). This may
produce unexpected results in transponder test sets.
Note: Mode S transponders must only respond to Mode S Only All-
Calls when airborne. ping200X can be placed in an airborne
state for test purposes by entering “Ground Test Mode” using
the “ping200X Control & Config” Windows application, or by
using certain compatible control heads. For more details see
Section 10.3.
5.10 System Limitations
Installation
This article meets the minimum performance and quality control standards
required by a technical standard order (TSO). If you are installing this
article on or in a specific type or class of aircraft, you must obtain separate
approval for installation.

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6 System Specifications
6.1 System Functionality
ping200X is a Mode S, Level 2els, Class 1 transponder with ADS-B
extended squitter, elementary surveillance and SI code support. The
ping200X has a nominal power output of 250W and meets the power
output requirements for Class 1. The ADS-B function meets DO-260B
Class B1S.
This transponder replies to both legacy Mode A/C interrogations and to
Mode S interrogations from both ground radar and airborne collision
avoidance systems. In all cases, the interrogations are received by the
transponder on 1030MHz and replies are transmitted on 1090MHz.
6.2 ping200X TSO Specifications
6.2.1 General Specifications
Characteristics
Specifications
Width
46.99 mm
Height
9.50 mm
Depth
63.85 mm
Weight
45 g
Operating temperature range
-35°C to +70°C (internal barometer)
-45°C to +70°C (external barometer)
Maximum pressure altitude
35,000 ft (internal barometer)
50,000 ft (external barometer)
Input voltage range
9 to 30.3 VDC
14V current
0.16A idle
0.25A maximum
28V current
0.13A idle
0.20A maximum
Inrush Current Limit [1]
1A
Export Compliance
ECCN 7A994
[1] Inrush and internal short-circuit protection is internally current limited to 1A

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6.2.2 Mode S Transponder Specifications
Characteristics
Specifications
Transmit frequency
1090 MHz
Transmit power
54 dBm (250 W)
Receive frequency
1030 MHz
ATCRBS sensitivity
-74 dBm
Mode S sensitivity
-74 dBm
RF Impedance
50 Ω
RF Connector
SMA
6.2.3 Altitude Encoder Specifications
Characteristics
Specifications
Operating Range
-1,000 ft to 35,000 ft (TSO compliant)
35,001 ft to 50,000 ft (extended range,
±1% typical)
Maximum Differential
Pressure
36,000 ft
Maximum Rate of Altitude
Change
20,000 fpm
Static Pressure Port
M3 barb fitting

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6.2.4 Control Interface Specifications
Characteristics
Specifications
Physical
RS-232
Rate and properties
57,600 bps 8N1
Protocols
UCP, UCP-HD and Apollo
For more control interface details, see Appendix A .
6.2.5 Position Interface Specifications
Characteristics
Specifications
Physical
RS-232
Rate and properties
115,200 bps 8N1
Protocols
MAVLink
For more position interface details, see Appendix B .
6.2.6 System Interfaces
Avionics
Breaker
Aircraft Power Aircraft
Ground
BK
GY
OR
RD
TXD RXD GND
GND
TXD
RXD
PWR
Control Head
or
Autopilot
WH
RD
BK
RXD
PWR
GND
Position
Control
GND PWR TXD
Position
Source
Static
Pressure
Transponder
Antenna
ping200X

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7 Installation
7.1 Unpacking and Inspecting
Carefully unpack the device and make a visual inspection of the unit for
evidence of any damage incurred during shipment. If the unit is damaged,
notify the shipping company to file a claim for the damage. To justify your
claim, save the original shipping container and all packing materials.
7.2 Authorized Part Numbers
Item
P/N
ping200X Hardware
UAV-1002723-( )
ping200X Software
UAV-1002393-( )
7.3 Installation Materials and Tools
ping200X requires configuration, either using the available uAvionix
Windows-based application, or dynamically using the described
configuration protocol. Typical installations will be configured using:
•“ping200X Control & Config”Windows application, UAV-1004567-( )
•ping200X USB configuration adapter, UAV-1004050-001
ping200X may require standard aviation parts for installation, such as:
•Screws or appropriate hardware
•Wire
•Shielded wire (2 or 3 conductor)
•Circuit breakers
•Environmental splices
•Ring terminals for grounding
•Static pressure lines and fittings
•Thread locking compound. We recommend Loctite® 242 or 243
which works well with stainless steel hardware.
Minimally, ping200X installation requires access to the following tools:
•Screwdriver or other appropriate driver
•Appropriate crimping tool(s) or soldering equipment

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7.4 Additional Required Equipment
ping200X is a “remote” transponder. To fully function it requires connection
to a controlling device, often referred to as a control head. It is possible to
statically configure ping200X, but certain capabilities, such as changing the
squawk code and responding to annunciations, will not be available when
no controlling device is connected. For transmission of complete ADS-B
data elements, ping200X also requires connection to a position source. The
following table details the functions provided directly by ping200X.
Transponder
ADS-B
Transmitter
Altitude
Encoder
GPS
Receiver
Transponder
Antenna
Control Head w/
Annunciation
X
X
X
In typical configurations, the control head provides control, display, and
annunciation.
7.5 Mounting
The ping200X is designed to be mounted in any convenient location in the
cockpit, the cabin, or an avionics bay.
The following installation procedure should be followed, taking care to allow
adequate space for installation of cables and connectors.
•Select a position in the aircraft that is not too close to any high
external heat source. The ping200X is not a significant heat source
itself and does not need to be kept away from other devices for this
reason.
•Avoid sharp bends and placing the cables too near to the aircraft
control cables.
Secure the transponder to the aircraft via the two integrated mounting
brackets. The brackets are designed to accept screws up to size M3 or 4-
40. Thread locking compound should be used as appropriate, and the
ping200X should be mounted on a flat surface.
Note: Installation of the ping200X must be in accordance with AC 43.13-2B,
Chapter 1.